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Lincoln Park Zoo

Lincoln Park Zoo is a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in Chicago, Illinois. It is one of the U.S. museums catalogued by the Institute of Museum and Library Services.

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About this museum

What is Lincoln Park Zoo?

Lincoln Park Zoo, also known as Lincoln Park Zoological Gardens, is a 35-acre (14 ha) zoo in Lincoln Park in Chicago, Illinois. The zoo was founded in 1868 and is one of the oldest zoos in the United States. It is also one of a small number of zoos to offer free admission. The zoo is an accredited member of the Association of Zoos and Aquariums (AZA). In 2019, it also became an accredited arboretum.

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The record

Museum details

Name
Lincoln Park Zoo
Type
Zoo, Aquarium & Wildlife Conservation
City
Chicago
State
Illinois
Website
http://www.lpzoo.org/
IMLS Museum ID
8409500104
Coordinates
41.92271, -87.63238
What kind of museum is Lincoln Park Zoo?

Lincoln Park Zoo is classified as a zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservation in the IMLS Museum Data Files. Browse more zoo, aquarium & wildlife conservations →

Where is Lincoln Park Zoo located?

Lincoln Park Zoo is located in Chicago, Illinois at approximately 41.92271, -87.63238. See the map above.

Does Lincoln Park Zoo have a website?

Yes — the IMLS record lists http://www.lpzoo.org/. Hours and admission can change, so check the official site before you visit.

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